Obverse: CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left, Holding a Spear and a Shield Reverse: VIRTVS EXERCIT; Two Captives Seated Below a Standard  More »

Obverse: CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left, Holding a Spear and a Shield Reverse: VIRTVS EXERCIT; Two Captives Seated Below a Standard Inscribed, VOT XX Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.4762)   « Less

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB C; Laureate Bust of Crispus Facing Right Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT V Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303  More »

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB C; Laureate Bust of Crispus Facing Right Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT V Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.4319)   « Less

Obverse: DN FL IVL CRISPUS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in  More »

Obverse: DN FL IVL CRISPUS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in Between Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.4328)   « Less

Obverse: CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped, and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Right Reverse: PRINCIPIA IVVENTVTIS; Crispus Standing to the Right, Dressed in Military  More »

Obverse: CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped, and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Right Reverse: PRINCIPIA IVVENTVTIS; Crispus Standing to the Right, Dressed in Military Garb, Holding a Spear and Leaning on a Shield Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.4337)   « Less

Obverse: DN FL IVL CRISPUS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in  More »

Obverse: DN FL IVL CRISPUS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in Between Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.4355)   « Less

Bronze Follis of Crispus Struck While Caesar - C.4436. Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 316 AD to 326 AD Collection: Numismatics Style: Roman Medium: Bronze

Bronze Follis of Crispus Struck While Caesar - C.4436. Origin: Mediterranean Circa: 316 AD to 326 AD Collection: Numismatics Style: Roman Medium: Bronze   « Less

Bronze Coin of Crispus Struck While Caesar - C.4438. Origin: Minted in Siscia Circa: 316 AD to 326 AD Collection: Numismatics Style: Roman Medium: Bronze

Bronze Coin of Crispus Struck While Caesar - C.4438. Origin: Minted in Siscia Circa: 316 AD to 326 AD Collection: Numismatics Style: Roman Medium: Bronze   « Less

Obverse: FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped, and Curiassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT V Flavius  More »

Obverse: FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped, and Curiassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT V Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.4535)   « Less

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB C; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT V Flavius Julius Crispus was  More »

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB C; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT V Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.4626)   « Less

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB C; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT X Flavius Julius Crispus was  More »

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB C; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT X Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.4654)   « Less